The Ladybug

Gratitude "Today, I am mindful of all the good things in life. I allow myself to be filled with a feeling of prosperity and appreciation for all the wonderful opportunities and positive experiences that life has given me. I know about life’s disappointments and past encounters; yet today, I choose to concentrate on good fortune."                                                                                                                   -Darlena Swann

Humor "A good way to relieve stress is to laugh. Think about something amusing. Having a good sense of humor is unrestricted, free and has no harmful side effects. We don’t have to be a comedian to tell a joke or do impersonations- we simply need to discover humor that’s available in life. Life is full of distractions and we shouldn’t take things so serious. When life throws you a curve ball instead of dodging it, laugh."                                                                                                                -Darlena Swann

Step by Step "I realize in order to run I must learn how to walk first. When wanting to achieve a specific goal, I must tackle it one step at a time. I must adhere to important steps and not rush into things so quickly. I must learn to move forward gradually, completing a project before starting a new one. This technique allows me to create building blocks of success and a foundation that was set aside previously. Today, I move toward my objectives one step at a time. Every little step I take is just a stepping stone towards my destiny."                                                                                                                  -Darlena Swann

Handmade "Today, I find inner harmony when I choose to work with my hands. Working with my hands is the art of creativity. By doing simple work, my life itself becomes easier and simpler. Anxieties and worries vanish and I discover happiness and fulfillment. Too often, we associate achievements with professional work, careers, and materialistic wealth. Today, I find much more satisfaction and a greater sense of achievement when I work with my hands. The inner peaceful harmony that comes with enjoying the simple things in life is the first form of personal success."                                                                                                                    -Darlen...

The Stage                                                                         "Intermittently, we sit tight and wait for someone to empower us or give us a stage so our talents can be displayed. Why wait for open doors, when you should simply step up to the stage. Today, I give myself permission to get up, keep moving and refrain from listening to negative messages. There’s no use of waiting around for someone to give you opportunity on a platter. I chose to make a plan and move forward. I have the ability and insight to succeed. I may encounter a few stumbling blocks along the way, but I’m willing to overcome them."                                                 ...

The Present     "Yesterday is gone and tomorrow isn’t promised. The present day is now. It’s a gift. Today, I can start with a new beginning before tackling any given assignment. Take a deep breath, inhale, and renew my mind. I am at peace. This foresight allows me to create and shape an ideal place for myself in the universe."                                                                                                                   -Darlena Swann

The X Factor "When I think of the letter ”X”, I think about the unknown. It’s a waste of time preoccupying our minds with worry and anxieties. The main thing we need to focus on is the present. Tomorrow may never come and yesterday is the past. When I confront a difficult situation, I must be willing to overcome it and move forward. Today, I’ll deal with the here and now and not waste time worrying about future outcomes."                                                                                                             -Darlena Swann